The Changing Role of Money as a Motivator.

Abstract

This essay analyzes several theories of motivation advanced by experts in the field and evaluates the position or relationship money has in each theory as a factor in motivating human endeavor. Based on this analysis, the author reaches the persuasive conclusion that money alone will not achieve a motivated work force. Money is determined to be a potent factor to be considered in motivating employees, but today's manager is convincingly advised to be aware of and to use a comprehensive range of tools and techniques to motivate the modern worker. The relationship to these conclusions to application in the military are examined.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 23, 1982
Accession Number
ADA116317

Entities

People

  • James E. Chambers

Organizations

  • United States Army War College

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Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Administrative Personnel
  • Air Force
  • Behavioral Sciences
  • Business Administration
  • Employment
  • Governments
  • Job Satisfaction
  • Management Personnel
  • Manpower
  • New York
  • Organizational Structure
  • Personnel Management
  • Recruiting
  • Students
  • Supervision
  • United States
  • War Colleges

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